A holiday home in Ireland is a vacation property which is usually a residence that is rented out for a vacation or holiday. More and more holiday makers are opting for a single family residence that they can rent on a weekend or weekly basis. In many cases the savings can be significant compared to a hotel stay or package holidays. A holiday home in Ireland can mean anything from a one-bedroom apartment or cottage to a luxurious five star, architecturally designed building.

Traditionally in Ireland a “cottage” denotes a small, cosy home located in rural or coastal areas, however these days it can also refer to a country home that has a minimum of three bedrooms. Houses, Cottages and apartments are available all over Ireland and are also available in the cities.